I’m Shaun Mastroianni, and I’m honored to run for the 20th District in the Connecticut State Senate. I live in Old Lyme with my husband Antonio, our spirited daughter Sophia, and our energetic dog Bruno. As a father, healthcare professional, and small business owner, I understand the challenges faced by hardworking families, seniors, and taxpayers. With extensive experience … [Read more...] about Shaun Mastroianni (R): Candidate for CT State Senate District #20
Norm Needleman (D): Candidate (Incumbent) for CT State Senate District #33
Norm Needleman has served in the State Senate since 2019 and is now in his third term. He serves as Senate Chair of the Energy and Technology Committee. In addition to the State Senate, Norm is also First Selectman of Essex and the owner of Tower Laboratories, a manufacturer of effervescent products headquartered in Centerbrook. In his free time, he loves spending time with his … [Read more...] about Norm Needleman (D): Candidate (Incumbent) for CT State Senate District #33
Martha Marx (D): Candidate (Incumbent) for CT State Senate District #20
Martha Marx has been a trusted leader for decades, a visiting nurse for over 30 years, a State Senator, a two-term City Councilor, a union president for over a decade and a mother raising her family in New London. She knows how to advocate for patients, neighbors and the community. While growing up in Waterford in a family of eight children, she learned early how to listen, … [Read more...] about Martha Marx (D): Candidate (Incumbent) for CT State Senate District #20
Death of Internationally-Acclaimed Designer Peter F. Carlson of Old Lyme Announced
LYME, CT—Designer Peter F. Carlson, age 70, died unexpectedly at his home in Old Lyme, Aug. 14, 2024. Originally hailing from Boston, Mass., Peter resided in various locations before establishing himself in a drafty but charming barn he imported from New Hampshire and transformed into a remarkable home. While it may lack a sunroom - a feature he often wished he could add - … [Read more...] about Death of Internationally-Acclaimed Designer Peter F. Carlson of Old Lyme Announced
Death of John Bysko Announced, 48-Year Resident of Old Lyme, Passionate About Local Community, Politics
OLD LYME—John Allan Bysko, 78, passed away unexpectedly on October 3, 2024 while at work. He was born July 1, 1946 in a displaced persons camp in Hamburg, Germany. His parents and sister fled from their home in Ukraine during World War II. They came to the United States via Ellis Island when he was 5 years old. He grew up in West Hartford attending Hall High, excelling as a … [Read more...] about Death of John Bysko Announced, 48-Year Resident of Old Lyme, Passionate About Local Community, Politics
Death Announced of Patricia “Patti” Calkins of Old Lyme; a Voracious Reader, Worked for LOL Schools for 37 Years
OLD LYME—Patricia "Patti" C. Calkins died Oct. 10, 2024, at home in the embrace of her husband and son ... Patricia was born to Thomas J. Collins and Mary A. (Dorsey) Collins Aug. 10, 1948 ... Patti was married to George P. Calkins Aug. 16, 1969, at the St. Johns R. C. Church in Old Saybrook ... When her kids were old enough to begin school, she started working for the … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Patricia “Patti” Calkins of Old Lyme; a Voracious Reader, Worked for LOL Schools for 37 Years
Old Lyme Non-profit Supports Breast Cancer Prevention with Online Art Exhibition
OLD LYME—Connecticut resident and Pfizer alumna, Alka Shrikhande, says, “When my mom, a beautiful and loving woman, lost her battle against breast cancer in 2006, the question I asked myself was, whether she would still be alive if the cancer had been detected earlier with yearly mammograms?” In 2008, Shrikhande established Maina Foundation, a nonprofit based in Old Lyme, … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Non-profit Supports Breast Cancer Prevention with Online Art Exhibition
Police Officers Assn. of CT Endorses Norm Needleman for 33rd State Senate District, Includes Lyme
The Police Officers Association of Connecticut has endorsed State Senator Norm Needleman for another term in the Connecticut State Senate. As the First Selectman of Essex, Sen. Needleman works directly with police and first responders in his community. As a State Senator, he has taken steps to engage with local police departments, assist them where and … [Read more...] about Police Officers Assn. of CT Endorses Norm Needleman for 33rd State Senate District, Includes Lyme
‘Planned Parenthood’, ‘Reproductive Equity’ Endorse Wisialowski for 23rd District
LYME/OLD LYME/OLD SAYBROOK/ - Leading reproductive rights organizations Planned Parenthood of Connecticut and Reproductive Equity Now have both endorsed Jane Wisialowski in her campaign for 23rd District State Representative (Old Saybrook, Westbrook, Old Lyme, and Lyme). These endorsements highlight Wisialowski’s commitment to reproductive rights and … [Read more...] about ‘Planned Parenthood’, ‘Reproductive Equity’ Endorse Wisialowski for 23rd District
Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Give Update on PK-8 Building Project
Project Costs for Three of Four Schools Now $119K Under Budget OLD LYME—The Lyme-Old Lyme (LOL) Board of Education has today given an update on the progress of the PK-8 Building Project for which voters approved $57,555,000 in November 2022. The project itself is, more accurately, two different projects as they are being supported by two different state grant … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Give Update on PK-8 Building Project
Lyme-Old Lyme HS Awarded Michael’s Cup for Sportsmanship for Sixth Consecutive Year
OLD LYME—UPDATED 10/10 WITH COMMENTS FROM LOL SCHOOLS ATHLETIC DIRECTOR. On Monday, Oct. 7, Lyme-Old Lyme High School (LOLHS) will be recognized as a recipient of the 2023-24 Michaels Jewelers Achievement Cup Award during the Connecticut Interscholastic Athletic Conference's (CIAC) 18th Annual Sportsmanship Conference. Announcing the award in a press release, the (CIAC) … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme HS Awarded Michael’s Cup for Sportsmanship for Sixth Consecutive Year
Lyme-Old Lyme VFW Hosts Fundraising Dinner-Dance, Oct. 26; Tickets On Sale Now
OLD LYME — The Lyme-Old Lyme Veterans of Foreign Wars (LOLVFW) Post 1467 has announced that its annual dinner-dance fundraiser will be held Saturday, Oct. 26, at the Old Lyme Country Club, 40 McCurdy Rd. in Old Lyme. All are welcome. Social hour begins at 5:30 p.m. followed by a full buffet dinner at 6:30 p.m., which will include pre-dinner appetizers. Enjoy music, Silent … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme VFW Hosts Fundraising Dinner-Dance, Oct. 26; Tickets On Sale Now
Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE)-Infected Mosquitoes Found in Lyme, 15 More CT Towns
State Mosquito Management Program Warns CT Residents of Continuing Risk of EEE NEW HAVEN – In a press release dated Oct. 4, the State Mosquito Management Program reported that Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE)-infected mosquitoes had been reported in Lyme and 15 other Connecticut towns. The other towns in the state where EEE-infected mosquitoes have been found are … [Read more...] about Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE)-Infected Mosquitoes Found in Lyme, 15 More CT Towns
LYSB, Old Lyme Town Hall Hold Halloween Candy Drive for Lyme Street ‘Trick or Treating’
OLD LYME -- Lymes' Youth Service Bureau (LYSB) and Old Lyme Town Hall are again collecting donations of Halloween candy for their neighbors in the Old Lyme Village. For years, children and families have enjoyed the tradition of trick or treating on Lyme Street and surrounding streets. In recent years, more than 750 children went door-to-door in the village area. If your … [Read more...] about LYSB, Old Lyme Town Hall Hold Halloween Candy Drive for Lyme Street ‘Trick or Treating’
Death Announced of Gunilla Birgitta James of Old Lyme, Wife of George James Jr. of OL, Mother of Kristina White of Lyme
OLD LYME—Gunilla Birgitta James (nee Hammar) 86, of Old Lyme, CT passed away at her residence on September 30, 2024 after suffering from Alzheimer's. She was the beloved wife of George Arthur James Jr. with whom she shared 64 years of marriage. Gunilla, born in Stockholm, Sweden to Gustav and Birgit Hammar, met and fell in love with George, while they both were working at … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Gunilla Birgitta James of Old Lyme, Wife of George James Jr. of OL, Mother of Kristina White of Lyme